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Composting Makes Sense. Why Don’t More Cities Do It?
From small, backyard bins to municipality-run programs, compost is a great way to divert waste from landfills. So, why aren’t there more public programs available?
Does your city offer compost? Help us fill in our map of the US and Canada, and let us know what your municipality does with food waste.
Spotlight On the Modern Composters on Wheels
Soil Cycle picks up food waste on bikes and turns it into compost for its customers.
Making ‘Weeds’ Part of the Food System
Tama Matsuoka Wong’s new book, Into the Weeds, is an invitation to change the way you look at what grows around you.
Digging In: Food’s Big, Plastic Problem
We’re swimming in plastic, and often eating it, too. So, what can we do about it?
What You Can Do About The Overwhelming Problem of Plastic Packaging
Both individual and collective action are key to stemming the tide of plastic waste.
Can Mushrooms Help Extinguish Toxic Waste?
Fungi offer a low-impact, full-circle solution to hazardous waste management.
Are Next-Gen Synthetic Fibers the Future of Sustainable Textiles?
As research and production of next-gen synthetic fibers takes off in search of alternatives to polyester, some natural fiber producers worry they’ll be left in the hamper.
This is the Year to Eat More Upcycled Foods
As consumer interest in climate-friendly consumption grows, “upcycled” products—made from food that otherwise wouldn’t be utilized—are gaining steam, with an official certification and more.
